1956 Austin Princess vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Princess | Korando |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2490 mm |